A traditional college student is defined as being between the ages of 18-21. At SMU, 53.5% of undergraduate students fall into that category, compared to the national average of 60%.
| Student Age Group | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 20-21 | 3,404 | 28.1% |
| 18-19 | 3,074 | 25.4% |
| 22-24 | 2,196 | 18.1% |
| 25-29 | 1,645 | 13.6% |
| 35 and over | 1,085 | 9.0% |
| 30-34 | 656 | 5.4% |
| Under 18 | 56 | 0.5% |
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